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Published on: 13/02/2018 04:48 PMReported by: rogerblaxall
Climbing Mt Kilimanjaro, the world’s tallest free-standing mountain and the highest in Africa, was the target Justyn Lambert set himself to raise funds for Rainbow House with over £4,000 raised so far and some contributions still coming in.
Justyn, a Director of Magnus Technical Engineering in Appley Bridge, decided to
support the charity after seeing the benefits it brings, not just to the children attending conductive education, but to all the family.
Justyn said “I decided to raise money for Rainbow House as it is a fantastic charity that makes a huge difference to children’s lives. They provide rehabilitation, education and fun for children with neurological conditions and brain injuries through a teaching system known as Conductive Education with the aim of improving their physical, social and emotional well-being helping them
reach their full potential.â€
He continued, “We opted for the Lesmosho route which consists of a 7 day trek through four climatic zones; rainforest, moorland, alpine desert and the summit zone where arctic conditions prevail and oxygen levels are nearly half that of sea level.
"It is a bit like walking from the equator to the North Pole in a week! Without doubt, summit day was the hardest and most emotional day. The day started at 11pm to ensure that we arrived at the summit for dawn. The hardest elements were the hours of trekking in darkness and bitter cold along with the associated headaches and sickness than comes from extreme altitude, but the exhilaration of achieving the summit and standing on the roof of Africa more than made up for it.
"Then you realise that you have to walk back down again! It was a phenomenal experience that has whetted my appetite for more…â€
Ben Blackman, CEO Rainbow House, said: “Justyn took on an amazing challenge and we are all very grateful, not just for the fantastic amount he has raised, but for the time, effort and commitment and all the preparation and training that he had to undertake for this challenge.
"We are continually delighted by the generosity of people like Justyn and cannot thank him enough.â€
If you would like to take on a once-in-a-lifetime challenge for Rainbow House, we can help you organise it, call Emma Parish, Community Fundraiser on 01704 823276 or email E.Parish@thelegacy-rainbowhouse.com
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